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ACF-NT Multicomponent Analyzer System for Emission and Process Monitoring Operator’s Manual 42/23�572 EN Rev. 2
2 ACF-NT Operator’s Manual 42/23-572 EN Rev. 2
Contents
Page
Foreword 3 Important Safety Information 4 Safety Tips for Handling Electronic Measurement Devices 5 Safety Tips for Handling the FTIR Spectrometer 6 Safety Tips for Handling the VOC Analyzer 7 Safety Tips for Handling Harmful Gases 7
Chapter 1 Startup Restart 8
Chapter 2 Operation Display/Control Unit 9 “Measured Values” Screen 10 “Control Panel” Screen 11 “Diagnosis” Screen 13 “Ranges” Screen 14 “ASP Module” Screen 15 “Multi-FID” Screen 16 “Flow” Screen 17 Changing the Password 18
Chapter 3 Maintenance Safety Notes 19 Cleaning Hints 19 Visual Inspection 20 Seal Integrity Check 21 Wear Part Replacement 22 Replacing the Filter Element in the Probe 23 Cleaning/Replacing the Sample Gas Filter in the SC Block 26 Replacing the Air Purifier Inlet Filter 28 Replacing the Air Conditioner Filter Mesh 28 Calibration 29 FTIR Spectrometer Zero Calibration 30 FTIR Spectrometer Span Check 32 Oxygen Analyzer Calibration 33 VOC Analyzer Calibration 34 Status Messages 35 Taking the Analyzer System Out of Service 36
Appendix Operating Specifications 37 Index 38
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Foreword
The Content of this Manual
This manual contains all the information you will need to safely and efficiently operate and maintain the ACF-NT Analyzer System. This manual contains information on all the functional units in the analyzer system. Your analyzer system as delivered may differ from the version described in this manual.
System Documentation
The system documentation consists of a set of drawings individually prepared for each analyzer system as delivered. It includes the following plans: • Layout Plan • Piping Plan • Wiring Plan • Terminal Plan • Connection Plan The system documentation is supplied as part of the analyzer system.
Title Publication No.
Specification Sheet 10/23-8.11 EN
Supplementary Documentation
Installation Instructions 42/23-571 EN
These publications can be ordered from your authorized ABB representative or
from ABB Automation GmbH, Analytical, Marketing Communication, Telefax: +49-(0)69-7930-4566, E-mail: [email protected]
Additional Information on the Internet
Additional information on ABB Analytical products and services is available on the Internet at “http://www.abb.com/analytical”.
indicates safety information to be heeded during analyzer system operation in order to avoid risks to the user.
identifies specific information on operation of the analyzer system as well as on the use of this manual.
1, 2, 3, … identifies reference numbers in figures.
Display identifies a display on the screen.
Symbols and Type Format in this Manual
Input identifies input from the user.
This manual is protected by copyright. The right is reserved to pursue civil or criminal penalties if this publication is translated, reproduced (by electronic or mechanical means, photocopying, recording, etc.), stored in information retrieval systems or networks or transmitted in any form without the permission of the copyright holder.
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Important Safety Information
Proper Operation The ACF-NT analyzer system is designed for continuous measurement of concen-
trations of specific components in gases or vapor.
Explosion Protection The analyzer system must not be used to measure combustible gas/air or gas/
oxygen mixtures. The analyzer system must not be installed in hazardous locations.
Requirements for Safe Operation
In order to operate in a safe and efficient manner, the analyzer system should be properly handled and stored, correctly installed and set-up, properly operated and carefully maintained.
Personnel Qualifications
Only persons familiar with the installation, set-up, operation and maintenance of comparable analyzer systems and certified as being capable of such work should work on the system.
Special Information and Precautions
These include • The content of this manual. • The safety labels affixed to the analyzer system. • The applicable safety precautions for installing and operating electrical devices • Safety precautions for working with gases, acids, condensates, etc.
Observe the safety labels affixed to the analyzer system: Safety Labels
Affixed to the Analyzer System
Consult Documentation!
Hot Surface! (Temperature > 60 °C)
Risk of Electric Shock!
National Regulations The regulations, standards and guidelines cited in this operator’s manual are
applicable in the Federal Republic of Germany. The applicable national regulations should be followed when the analyzer system is used in other countries.
Analyzer System Safety and Safe Operation
The analyzer system is designed and tested in accordance with EN 61010 Part 1/ IEC 1010-1, “Safety Provisions for Electrical Measuring, Control, Regulation and Laboratory Instruments” and has been shipped ready for safe operation. To maintain this condition and to assure safe operation, read and follow the safety information identified with the symbol in this manual. Failure to do so can put persons at risk and can damage the analyzer system as well as other systems and instruments.
Additional Information
If the information in this manual does not cover a particular situation, ABB Service is prepared to supply additional information as needed. Please contact your local service representative. For emergencies, please contact ABB Service Telephone: +49-(0)180-5-222580, Telefax: +49-(0)621-38193129031, E-mail: [email protected]
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Safety Tips for Handling Electronic Measurement Devices
Protective Lead Connection
The protective lead should be attached to the protective lead connector before any other connection is made.
Risks of a Disconnected Protective Lead
The analyzer system can be hazardous if the protective lead is interrupted inside or outside the system or if the protective lead is disconnected.
Correct Operating Voltage
Be sure the analyzer system voltage setting matches the line voltage before connecting the power supply.
Risks Involved in Opening the Covers
Current-bearing components can be exposed when covers or parts are removed, even if this can be done without tools. Current can be present at some connection points.
Risks Involved in Working with an Open Analyzer System
The analyzer system must be disconnected from all power sources before being opened for any work. All work on an analyzer system that is open and connected to power should only be performed by trained personnel who are familiar with the risks involved.
Charged Capacitors The capacitors in the analyzer system can retain their charge even when it is
disconnected from all power sources.
Use of Proper Fuses Only fuses of the specified type and rated current should be used as replace-
ments. Never use patched fuses. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder contacts.
When safe operation can no longer be assured …
If it is apparent that safe operation is no longer possible, the analyzer system should be taken out of operation and secured against unauthorized use. The possibility of safe operation is excluded: • If the analyzer system is visibly damaged • If the analyzer system no longer operates • after prolonged storage under adverse conditions • after severe transport stresses
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Safety Tips for Handling the FTIR Spectrometer
Electrical Safety The FTIR Spectrometer consists of an exposed metal chassis that is connected
directly to earth via a power supply cord and is therefore classified as “Safety Class I” equipment.
WARNING!
When used to analyze flammable gases, the equipment is subject to acceptance by the local inspection authorities having jurisdiction.
For continued fire protection use specified line fuse only. Disconnect power cord before replacing fuse.
To avoid electrical shock, the power cord protective conductor must be connected to earth.
To avoid electrical shock, do not operate this equipment if it bears any sign of damage to any portion of its exterior surface.
Do not expose this equipment to any source of excessive moisture.
Do not use this equipment in an explosive atmosphere.
Laser and High Voltage
Under normal operating conditions, the FTIR spectrometer can be operated in complete safety (Class 1 Laser Product – see rating plate). Do not open the spectrometer enclosure during normal operation – no user-serviceable parts inside. However, since the instrument contains a laser and uses high voltages (accessible only when the spectrometer enclosure is open), observe the following warnings.
WARNING!
The enclosure of the spectrometer is to be opened only by authorized ABB Service Personnel.
Opening the enclosure may result in exposure to laser radiation and high voltages.
Laser type: He-Ne Laser Class 3B as per IEC-60825-1 Class 111a as per 21 CFR 1040.10 Output power: max. 3.2 mW Wavelength: 632.8 nm
Avoid eye exposure to direct to direct or mirrored laser radiation. It is recommended to wear laser safety goggles when working on the open spectrometer.
High voltage is present at the red wire connected to the laser tube inside the enclosure.
The voltage is approximately 7 kV at startup, and between 1200 V and 1400 V under normal operating conditions.
Because of the capacitors in the laser power supply, the high voltage may be present even when the power is off.
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Safety Tips for Handling the VOC Analyzer
DANGER!
Do not open any threaded connections in the VOC analyzer gas paths. Doing so will damage gas path seal integrity.
Combustion gas flowing out of the leak points thus formed in the internal gas paths can cause fire and explosions (even outside the VOC analyzer itself).
If device-internal gas path threaded connections are opened, a seal integrity check must be performed with a leak detector (thermal conductivity) when the device is reassembled.
CAUTION!
The combustion gas path inside the VOC analyzer is checked for leaks at the factory. No seal integrity testing is required during normal operation.
Safety Tips for Handling Harmful Gases
WARNING!
Some of the gases measured with the analyzer system are harmful to health.
Therefore, the sample gas must not escape from the gas path during normal operation and maintenance works.
A seal integrity check of the analyzer system has to be performed at regular intervals.
The diluted exhaust gas must be drained out of the installation room of the analyzer cabinet.
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Chapter 1 Startup
Restart
Initial startup of the analyzer system should be performed by trained personnel of the manufacturer or the supplier.
Restart Perform the following steps when restarting the analyzer system e.g. after
maintenance or a facility shutdown.
Activating the Instrument Air Supply
• Set the initial pressure (pe = 5–7 bar). • Check the moisture indicator in the air purifier: green = OK, yellow = not OK. • Activate the instrument air supply to the FTIR spectrometer at the earliest 1 hour
after activating the power supply. This will ensure the air is sufficiently dry.
Activating the Power Supply
• Make sure all circuit breakers (fuses) are deactivated. • Turn on the main switch. • Activate the circuit breakers (fuses) – starting with those for the FTIR
spectrometer.
Connecting the Filtered Air
• Check the filtered spectrometer purge air flow rate and set it to approx. 200 l/hr if necessary.
Checking the Temperature
• Check the temperature of the heated components (gas sampling probe, filter unit and sample gas line; desired value 180 °C).
Starting the VOC Analyzer
• Start the VOC analyzer following the instructions and information in the AO2000-MultiFID14 Start-up and Maintenance Manual (Publication No. 41/24-105 EN).
Warm-Up Phase The warm-up phase takes approx. 3 hours.
Calibration • Start the manual zero correction (see section “FTIR Spectrometer Zero
Calibration”, page 30).
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Chapter 2 Operation
Display/Control Unit
Figure 1 Display/Control Unit
Status LED’s
Numeric Keypad
Softkeys Cancel Keys
Status LED’s
Green LED: The power supply is on.
Yellow LED: The “Maintenance Request” status signal is on. The measured value
is valid.
Red LED: The “Error” status signal is on. The measured value is no longer valid.
Cancel Keys
Allows the operator to cancel a function or menu item and to return to the previous menu level.
Allows the operator to cancel a function or menu item and to return to the measured value display in measurement mode.
Only entries confirmed with ENTER are stored; unconfirmed items are not accepted.
Softkeys
Allows the operator to scroll to the next display “page”. This key only allows forward scrolling.
Appears in measurement mode if an “Error” or “Maintenance request” condition arises. This key allows the operator to call up the status message log and view the status messages. The operator can also call up a detailed display for any message in the log.
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“Measured Values” Screen
Figure 2 “Measured Values” Screen
“Measured Values” Screen
Values measured by the analyzer system, i.e. the FTIR spectrometer, the O2 ana-lyzer and the VOC analyzer (FID) are displayed on pages 1 to 3 of the “Measured Values” screen. Up to six measured values are displayed on one page. The actual number of pages depends on the number of measurement components config-ured in the analyzer system.
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“Control Panel” Screen
Figure 3 “Control Panel” Screen
Indication The “Control Panel” screen offers controls for various functions of the analyzer
system. Functions activated manually are indicated by means of a filled rectangle below the function’s name.
Operation The controls are operated in the following manner:
Press the number key that corresponds to the position of the control and is indi-cated above the control. In the following screen, press the corresponding function key. Thereby, the system switches back to the control panel screen, and the func-tion just activated is indicated by means of a filled rectangle.
Password Protection All control panel functions except the “Maintenance control” are password
protected. Changing the password is described on page 18.
Continued on next page
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“Control Panel” Screen, continued
MAINT. MODE
Maintenance Control
Operate before starting and after finishing maintenance work (“Maintenance Key Switch”)
MANUAL REF.
Manual activation of reference spectrum recording, e.g. for restarts
SHUT DOWN
Manual activation of purge air for the gas sampling probe
AVERAGE TRIGGER
FTIR Control
Acquisition of average values, e.g. for LOD or standard deviation
SAMPLE GAS
Sample gas supply (normal operation)
ZERO LOCAL ZERO PROBE
Zero gas activation. Supply directly to the sample cell or via the probe
TEST LOCAL
Flow Control
TEST PROBE
Test gas activation. Supply directly to the sample cell or via the probe
Archive Data Function not yet available
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“Diagnosis” Screen
Figure 4 “Diagnosis” Screen
Indication The indications in the “Diagnosis” screen are used for service purposes.
The upper four indications C/I % show the relation of the current spectral inten-sity to the initial one for 4 spectral regions of a reference spectrum. Increasing values correspond to a loss in spectral intensity. The lower two indications show the H2O and CO2 background values. The indicated values are updated with each recording of the reference spectrum (every 12 hours). For further explanations see section “FTIR Spectrometer Zero Calibration”, page 30)
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“Ranges” Screen
Figure 5 “Ranges” Screen
Indication The “Ranges” screen displays the number of the activated measurement range
(1 or 2) for measurement components with two measurement ranges. Note: MRF = Measuring Range Feedback Measuring Range 1 = High range, Measuring Range 2 = Low range
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“ASP Module” Screen
Figure 6 “ASP Module” Screen
Indication The “ASP Module” screen displays the values of the ASP module temperature and
pressure regulators.
Parameter Default
T-Co.D Temperature controller sample conditioning block 180 °C T-Co.E Temperature controller sample cell 180 °C Input Sample cell pressure 850 hPa Output Injector pump pressure 800 hPa
Note The Multi-FID 14 T-Co.D value actually belongs to the “Multi-FID” screen (see
page 16).
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“Multi-FID” Screen
Figure 7 “Multi-FID” Screen
Indication The “Multi-FID” screen displays the values of the VOC analyzer temperature and
pressure regulators.
Parameter Default
T-Co.D Detector temperature (on “ASP Module” screen) 180 °C T-Co.E Sample gas port temperature 180 °C Flame Flame temperature 260–300 °CA.Pres Combustion air pressure 725 hPa H2 Combustion gas pressure 1100 hPa Inlet Instrument air pressure at combustion chamber
inlet 700 hPa
Output Instrument air pressure at combustion chamber outlet
600 hPa
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“Flow” Screen
Figure 8 “Flow” Screen
Indication The “Flow” screen displays the various sample gas flow values:
Parameter Default
Multi-FID 14 Sample gas flow through the VOC analyzer 60 l/h FLOW Ges. Total sample gas flow 260 l/h ASP Module Sample gas flow through the ASP module 200 l/h
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Changing the Password
Step Action Input
1 Select the Change Password menu item. MENU ↓ Configure ↓ System ↓ Change password
2 Use the arrow keys to select the user group for which the password is to be changed (for example).
Maintenance ENTER
3 Use the numeric keypad to enter the old 6-digit password (for example).
471100 ENTER
4 Use the numeric keypad to enter the new 6-digit password (for example).
471200 ENTER
Changing the Password
5 Re-enter the new password (for example). 471200 ENTER
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Chapter 3 Maintenance
Safety Notes
CAUTION! Only persons familiar with the maintenance of comparable analyzer systems and certified as being capable of such work should work on the system.
CAUTION! Observe the safety labels affixed to the analyzer system:
Consult Documentation!
Hot Surface! (Temperature > 60 °C)
Safety Labels Affixed to the Analyzer System
Risk of Electric Shock!
Harmful Gases WARNING!
Some of the gases measured with the analyzer system are harmful to health.
Therefore, the sample gas must not escape from the gas path during normal operation and maintenance works.
A seal integrity check of the analyzer system has to be performed at regular intervals.
The diluted exhaust gas must be drained out of the installation room of the analyzer cabinet.
Cleaning Hints
Cleaning Hints • Never use water or any solvents to clean parts inside the analyzer cabinet.
• The analyzer system shall always operate with cabinet door closed. If dust invades the cabinet it shall be removed using a broom and a vacuum cleaner.
• The outside of the analyzer cabinet can be cleaned with a wet towel and mild cleaning agents. Pay attention that no droplets invade the cabinet.
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Visual Inspection
Figure 9 Interior View
Catalyst
Power Supply 24VDC, Terminals
Ethernet HUB
FTIR Controller
FTIR Spectrometer
HeatedCell
Main Switches
Circuit Breaker, Fuses
Temperature Controller
Terminals
Terminals, RFI Filter
MCBs with RCD
SC Block
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AspiratorPumpModule
AdvanceOptimaMulti-FID14
Terminals, Analog / Digital Signals
Heated Sample Gas Line
PressureController
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External instrument air regulator 5–7 bar External gas cylinder pressure reducers:
Zero gas oxygen analyzer (1 to 4 Vol% O2 in N2) Combustion gas VOC analyzer (H2) Zero gas VOC analyzer (N2 or zero gas for O2 analyzer) Span gas VOC analyzer (Propane in N2)
1.2 ± 0.1 bar1.2 ± 0.1 bar1.2 ± 0.2 bar1.2 ± 0.2 bar
A Air conditioning unit: Filter mesh White B Air purifier: Moisture indicator Green Display: Measured values, temperatures, pressures, flows Page
10 to 17 C Temperature controllers of heated probe tube, heated filter
and heated sample gas line (see Wiring Plan for assignment) 180 °C each
D Purge gas flow meter > 200 l/h E Instrument air pressure regulators (from left to right):
VOC analyzer combustion air (-J12) Main regulator (-J11) ASP module (-J13)
1.2 ± 0.1 bar4.0 ± 0.5 bar2.5 ± 0.2 bar
F Air purifier pressure regulator (-J08) 1.2 ± 0.1 barG Status LEDs of analog and digital output modules Green
Visual Inspection (see Fig. 9)
H Status LEDs on FTIR control panel: “Power” “Data”
Green Yellow blinking
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Seal Integrity Check
When is the seal integrity check needed?
The seal integrity check must be performed regularly. The seal integrity check methods differ depending on whether a VOC analyzer (MultiFID14) is installed in the analyzer system.
The seal integrity check can be performed easily using a lighter when a VOC analyzer (MultiFID14) is installed in the analyzer system. Let the butane of the lighter stream (do not ignite!) against all fittings, connections and screws for a short time (max. 1–2 seconds). • Start at the probe and proceed to the analyzer cabinet.
• Open the SC block insulation.
CAUTION! The SC block is hot (approx. 180 °C)!
ACF-NT with VOC Analyzer (MultiFID14)
• Test the sample gas line connection to the SC block as well as the connections to and from the cell and also towards the SC block.
If there is even a small leak the measured values of the FID will increase immediately and will decrease relative fast to normal measurement values. Do not let stream the gas from the lighter too long to the connections especially when testing the SC block. This would result in a “cloud” of hydrocarbons and because of the short distances it would be difficult to decide which connection has the leak.
The seal integrity check of the SC block should be performed using a U-tube manometer when no VOC analyzer (MultiFID14) is installed in the analyzer system.
Interrupt the sample gas supply.
• Close all inputs and outputs at the SC block, also the instrument air connections.
CAUTION! The SC block is hot (approx. 180 °C)!
ACF-NT without VOC Analyzer (MultiFID14)
• Disconnect the sample gas line from the SC block and connect a tee fitted with a shut-off valve.
• Connect a U-tube manometer half filled with water to the free end of the tee.
• Blow air or nitrogen through the shutoff valve to a gauge pressure of pe ≈ 50 hPa (= 500 mm water column).
• Close the shut-off valve. The pressure should not change measurably in 3 minutes (pressure drop ≤ 3 hPa). A sharp pressure drop is a sign of a leak.
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Wear Part Replacement
Prior to performing any maintenance works on the analyzer system be sure to activate the Maintenance Control on the “Control Panel” screen (see page 12) thus setting the “Maintenance Mode” status signal. Also set the Flow Control on the “Control Panel” screen either to “Zero gas local” or “Zero gas probe” to avoid any contact to the measuring gas. Be sure to reset these settings after finishing the maintenance work.
Component Part No. Replacement Instructions
Gas sampling probe filter or filter stone
07306830730682
every 3 months see Page 23
SC block filter 0768914 every 6 months see Page 26Air purifier inlet filter 0999755 every 6 months see Page 28
Replacing Wear Parts
Air conditioning unit filter mesh 0999765 every 3 months see Page 28
Battery on the System Controller
Type “Sonnenschein SL-360/S” or “Saft LS14500”
Spare Parts Information
Spare parts information can be found on the Internet in the “Spare Parts Infor-mation and Ordering System Parts OnLine” using the address http://www.abb.com/partsonline.
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Replacing the Filter Element in the Probe
Cleaning the Filter Element
If the filter element is not permeable enough anymore, remove it so that you can remove the contamination mechanically.
Replacing the Filter Stone
If the filter stone is obviously damaged, replace it with a new one.
To avoid a prolonged down time of the analyzer system the complete filter insert (Part No. 0730683) should be changed. The disassembling, cleaning and assembling of the used filter stone and O-rings should be done separately.
Figure 10 Filter Element
1 T-handle 2 Bridge 3 Detaching disk 4 Locking screw 5 Removal screws 6 Flange 7 O-ring seals 8 Filter element 9 Bridge holding device 10 Casing 11 Casing inner seal (green)
Continued on next page
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Replacing the Filter Element in the Probe, continued
Step Action
1 Turn the T-handle 1 of the filter removal device 1-3 in counter-clockwise direction. This pulls the filter element 8 via the detaching disk 3 out of the casing 10.
2 Turn bridge 2 until it can be pulled off from the bridge holding device 9 through the elongated holes.
3 Pull out filter element 8 with bridge 2 and detaching disk 3.
4 Turn detaching disk 3 until it can be pulled off from the hexagon screws 5 via the elongated holes.
Replacing the Filter Element
Never loosen or tighten the hexagon screws 5. They have been adjusted at the factory so that the detaching disk 3 can be easily moved.
Continued on next page
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Replacing the Filter Element in the Probe, continued
Step Action
either 5 Clean the filter element 8.
Replace seals 7 (O-rings from the accessory set).
Re-lubrication is not necessary even after replacing O-rings 7.
6
It is not necessary to replace the green casing inner seal 11 between flange 6 and casing 10.
7 Re-install the filter element 8: Steps 1 to 4 in reverse order. or 5 Screw off locking screw 4
with open-end spanner NW 22.
6 Screw out the hexagon socket screw 12 underneath locking screw 4.
7 Take out the filter stone. 8 Insert a new filter stone
(Part No. 0730682; with new O-rings from the accessory set).
Replace seals 7 (O-rings from the accessory set).
Re-lubrication is not necessary even after replacing O-rings 7.
9
It is not necessary to replace the green casing inner seal 11 between flange 6 and casing 10.
10 Re-install the filter element 8: Steps 1 to 4 in reverse order.
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Cleaning/Replacing the Sample Gas Filter in the SC Block
When is cleaning/ replacement needed?
Clean or replace the 1 µ stainless steel filter in the sample conditioning block (SC block) if it is contaminated and the sample gas flow is reduced.
To avoid a prolonged down time of the analyzer system the complete gas filter ACF-NT (Part No. 0768914) should be changed. The disassembling, cleaning and assembling of the used filter should be done separately.
CAUTION! The sample conditioning block is hot (approx. 180 °C).
Step Action
1 Turn off the sample gas supply.
Loosen the three mounting screws 1 (4 mm hex key) and remove the sample gas filter cover 2 from the sample conditioning block.
Cleaning/Replacing the Sample Gas Filter
2
1 2
Continued on next page
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Cleaning/Replacing the Sample Gas Filter in the SC Block, continued
Step Action
Remove the sample gas filter assembly from the sample conditioning block and disassemble it.
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1 2 4 5 6 5 7 83
4 Clean the sample gas filter 6 in an ultrasonic bath. Use an aqueous cleaner (e.g. Extran). Wash the filter element several times with distilled water and acetone and dry it thoroughly. If a VOC analyzer is integrated in the analyzer system all hydrocarbons must be removed to avoid drift of the VOC analyzer. Replace the O-ring 3 in the sample gas filter cover 2. Replace the O-ring on the back of the bottom plate 4 (not visible in the photo) and the two PTFE profile gaskets 5.
5
Always use new O-rings and gaskets with a cleaned sample gas filter. Contaminated or damaged O-rings and gaskets will reduce sample gas path seal integrity and lead to erroneous measurement values.
6 Re-assemble the sample gas filter assembly and place it in the sample conditioning block.
7 Place sample gas filter cover 2 on the sample conditioning block and secure it with three mounting screws 1. Tighten mounting screws only sufficiently to achieve metal-to-metal contact of the sample gas filter holder.
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Replacing the Air Purifier Inlet Filter
When is inlet filter replacement needed?
Decreasing flow at the FTIR purge gas flow meter is an indication of inlet filter clogging. A preventive change every 6 months during regular system maintenance is recommended.
CAUTION! The air purifier is pressurized (5 to 7 bar)!
Step Action
1 Disconnect power supply and close the shut-off cocks down- and up-stream (-J07) of the air purifier.
2 Depressurize the filter by slowly unscrewing the filter housing collar. 3 Unscrew the filter housing collar and lower the filter bowl. Remove the
filter element retainer disc at the base of the cartridge.
Replacing the Air Purifier Inlet Filter
4 Replace the exhausted cartridge (Part No 0999755; set of 3) and re-assemble the filter.
Replacing the Air Conditioner Filter Mesh
When is filter mesh replacement needed?
The cooling capacity of the air conditioner depends upon the cleanness of the filter mesh. It should be replaced if it begins to turn dark.
Step Action
1 Remove the grid which holds the filter mesh in place. 2 Change the filter mesh (Part No 0999765).
Replacing the Air Conditioner Filter Mesh
3 Re-assemble the grid.
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Calibration
FTIR Spectrometer Zero Spectrum
The zero spectrum is recorded automatically twice a day. It is used for zero and sensitivity corrections. The zero spectrum is also named reference spectrum Zero calibration is described in detail in the “FTIR Spectrometer Zero Calibration” section (see page 30).
FTIR Spectrometer Span Check
The span check maintenance interval is 6 months. If a deviation greater than 4 % results during span check, the span must be adjusted using test gases. Span check is described in detail in the “FTIR Spectrometer Span Check” section (see page 32).
Zero spectrum: Purified Air (“Zero Gas”) Span check: 1 SO2 + CO + NO + rest N2 2 HCl in N2 3 NH3 in N2
Supplied at test gas port
Alternative for 2 HCl + H2O + air from evaporator Alternative for 3 NH3 + H2O + air from evaporator
4 H2O in air from evaporator
Test Gases for FTIR Spectrometer Span Check
5 HF + H2O + air from evaporator
Supplied directly to sample conditioning block or sample gas line
Before each test gas change, purge the test gas paths with the zero gas for at least 10 minutes. In case of NH3 span check use this test gas as the last to avoid reactions with other gases.
O2 Analyzer Calibration
The O2 analyzer is automatically adjusted at the officially established maintenance interval (once per month). O2 analyzer zero and span calibration is described in detail in the “Oxygen Analyzer Calibration” section (see page 33).
Zero Gas 1 to 4 Vol% O2 in N2 Supplied at test gas port Test Gases for
O2 Analyzer Calibration
Span Gas Clean air from the air purifier Permanently connected to system
VOC Analyzer Calibration
The VOC analyzer is automatically adjusted at the officially established mainte-nance interval (every 14 days). The VOC analyzer zero and span calibration is described in detail in the “VOC Analyzer Calibration” section (see page 34).
Zero Gas N2 or oxygen zero gas Supplied at “Zero Gas FID” port Test Gases for
VOC Analyzer Calibration
Span Gas n-Propane C3H8 in N2 (70 to 80 % of measuring range)
Supplied at “Span Gas FID” port
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FTIR Spectrometer Zero Calibration
Measuring Principle The analyzer measures the intensity of infrared absorption of gases in the sample
cell. Absorption is determined over a spectrum or band.
Raw Spectrum When analyzing a gas the analyzer first calculates a raw spectrum. This spectrum
is a measure of the energy reaching the infrared detector after the infrared beam has traversed the gas. The raw spectrum contains the desired absorption information, but this information is divided again by the zero spectrum to eliminate any optical system changes (contamination, aging, etc.).
Zero Spectrum The zero spectrum is determined by analyzing a sample cell filled with a “zero
gas” (a gas that does not absorb infrared radiation, such as nitrogen or air with all infrared-active components filtered out). On a point-by-point basis, the software divides the sample’s raw spectrum by the zero spectrum to determine the absorp-tion spectrum. Therefore the zero spectrum is also called reference spectrum
Instrument Reaction The absorption spectrum depends on various factors: infrared source spectrum,
optical material absorption capability, infrared detector response time. Taken to-gether, these factors form the inherent system reaction, also known as “instrument response”.
When should a zero spectrum be measured?
Since over time the instrument response can change, a new zero spectrum must be recorded at regular intervals. This procedure is called zero calibration or “zero-ing” the analyzer. Naturally, the analyzer must be zeroed (or referenced) before it can be used. Since over extended periods of time the infrared source can change and this includes the mirror in contact with the sample gas in the sample cell, we recommend setting the analyzer zero point at least once a day.
Automatic Reference Spectrum Recording
The analyzer system performs the zero calibration automatically twice a day every 12 hours (according to the German TÜV approval). The FTIR controller triggers the start of this event and also controls the valves and the flushing times. When the starting time is reached, the following sequence runs:
Phase Description
1 The “Maintenance Mode” status signal is set and the analyzer system is switched to “Zero gas local”.
2 The measuring cell is flushed with dry air to ensure that the sample gas is exchanged for dry air (duration 5 minutes).
3 A new reference spectrum (zero spectrum) is recorded (duration 2 minutes).
4 The analyzer system is switched back to “Sample gas”. 5 The measuring cell is flushed with sample gas (duration 3 minutes) 6 The first measurement spectrum is recorded (duration 2 minutes). 7 After the recording of first measurement spectrum is finished the
“Maintenance Mode” status signal is re-set and the measurement results are valid.
Continued on next page
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FTIR Spectrometer Zero Calibration, continued
Manual Reference Spectrum Recording
Sometimes it is necessary to record a new zero spectrum before or after certain maintenance works (e.g. before a span check). The above-described sequence can be started manually by activating the “Manual Ref.” function in the “Control Panel” screen (see page 12).
Signal Drift Unlike conventional analyzers there are no deviations attributable to signal drift in
analog circuits since the analyzer is completely digital. Zero calibration thus has nothing to do with the signal drift seen in analog circuits; it is just a matter of correcting the instrument response.
Self-Test During each zero calibration the analyzer automatically performs a self-test. This
test compares current instrument response with the initial instrument response data. The test also establishes the quality of the zero gas since it measures its concentration of H2O and CO2. A zero calibration is invalid if it is established that the criteria required for the test are not in effect. This causes the message “Maintenance Request” or “System Failure” to appear as a status signal, as indication of the status LED’s and in the display after pressing the “Status Message” softkey.
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FTIR Spectrometer Span Check
Correction Factor Span calibration establishes a correction factor for each component in order to
assure the accuracy of the values displayed. This calibration is required since there can be slight deviations between the optical components of various analyzers. The correction factor is also known as measuring range amplification.
Span Calibration In a span calibration the sample cell is filled with a known gas concentration and
analyzed. For this a gas having a concentration of the applicable component at the upper end of the measuring range is recommended.
When should a span calibration be performed?
A span calibration must be performed on starting the analyzer system. Since the factors involved in this calibration do not change over time, this cali-bration only needs to be repeated if the optical components are changed during maintenance (readjustment, change or cleaning of the optical components).
Calibration with Steam Generator
Test containers cannot be filled with the H2O sample component. Thus a device capable of producing a specific steam concentration in a continuous flow must be used. Since the calibration mix dew point is above room temperature, the calibration gas must be supplied directly to the air injector in order to avoid noticeable cooling of the H2O-air mix.
Step Action
1 Set the Maintenance Mode via the “Control Panel” screen and switch the Flow control to either “Test gas local” or “Test gas probe” (see page 12).
2 Make sure the proper calibration gas is connected to the test gas port of the analyzer system.
3 Open test gas cylinder pressure reducer and check inlet pressure and flow.
4 Wait until the sample cell is completely purged and the values have stabilized between individual analyses. With a calibration gas flow rate of 5 l/min. it will take approximately 5 minutes for the sample cell to be completely purged.
5 Some components like NO2, HCl, HF and NH3 need quite a long time to reach equilibrium (30 to 90 minutes). Wait this time or use aqueous solutions of HCl, HF or NH3 with a water-evaporator to obtain shorter times.
6 Note down the reading and compare it to the concentration on the cylinder. The difference should be smaller than 4 %.
Procedure
7 If the reading factor is outside this range, the problem is either in the calibration gas or in the sampling system.
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Oxygen Analyzer Calibration
Zero Calibration For the zero calibration a test gas cylinder with 1 to 4 Vol% oxygen in nitrogen is
used.
Span Calibration For the span calibration air from the air purifier with a stable content of 20.96 Vol%
oxygen is used.
Maintenance Interval According to the officially established maintenance interval zero and span calibra-
tion have to be performed once per month.
Calibration Control The oxygen analyzer calibration is performed as externally controlled calibration.
The FTIR controller generates the control signals for zero and span alignment and for the switching of the solenoids. The FTIR controller also controls the purging times which are needed to ensure that the proper gas is at the analyzer sensor.
Calibration Method Common
Calculation Method Offset
Zero Calibration Data
Test Gas Concentration 1 to 4 Vol% O2 in N2
Calibration Method Common
Calculation Method Amplification
Span Calibration Data
Test Gas Concentration 20.96 Vol% O2 (dry air)
Manual Calibration For service purposes a manual calibration is also possible. For this the zero and
span concentrations have to be entered in Menu → Configure → Calibration Data → Manual calibration → Test gas concentration
Never start an automatic calibration for the oxygen analyzer. As there is no need no purging times are set for automatic calibration.
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VOC Analyzer Calibration
Zero Calibration For the zero calibration either nitrogen from a cylinder or the zero gas for the
oxygen analyzer is used. In the latter case a T-piece must be used to connect the test gas cylinder with the test gas port and the FID zero gas port of the analyzer system.
Span Calibration For the span calibration n-Propane in nitrogen from a test gas cylinder is used.
Maintenance Interval According to the officially established maintenance interval zero and span calibra-
tion have to be performed every 14 days.
Calibration Control The VOC analyzer calibration is performed as externally controlled automatic
calibration. The FTIR controller triggers the start of the automatic calibration.
Enable Off
Test gas concentration Zero 0
Span Bottle concentration
Single zero calibration Never
Single span calibration Never
Calibration Data
Common zero and span calibration Always
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Status Messages
No. Message Text F MR MM Comments
Syst. Failure X Measured value is invalid. Syst. Maint. Req. X Measured value is valid. Syst. Maintenance X Discard the measured value as a process measured value. Module Failure Error on Module RGM11, MultiFID14, FTIR. FID Error FID measured value is invalid. FID Maint. req. X The analyzer is in a state that will soon require user
intervention. FID Maint. mode X The analyzer is being calibrated or serviced. O2 Error O2 measured value is invalid. O2 Maint. req. X The analyzer is in a state that will soon require user
intervention.. O2 Maint. mode X The analyzer is being calibrated or serviced.
110 Sys. Boot 1001 Pump ctrl.
10000 Emerg. Purge X Emergency purge, check temp error (FTIR, probe, pipe, sample gas line).
10001 Message back purge X 10002 FTIR Failure X Contact service. 10003 FTIR Maint. Req. X Contact service. 10004 FTIR Maintenance X 10005 Temp MGL X Temp. error sample gas line. 10005 Temp Pipe X Temp. error pipe. 10005 Temp Probe X Temp. error sample probe. 10007 Flow spectrom. X Flow to FTIR is too low. 10008 Service X Key “Service” is activated. 10009 Enablir failure X Contact service. 10010 Enablir Maint. Req. X 10011 Enablir Maintenance X 10013 Com watchdog X Contact service. 10014 Sequence trigger X Key “Shut down” is activated. 10015 Zero Y04 X Zero gas valve is activated. 10016 Span Y05 X Span gas valve is activated. 10017 Error save data 10018 Shut down Shut down process is running. 10019 High conc. X Concentration too high. 10020 Purge locked 10021 Start Purge X Key “Start purging” is activated. 10022 ZRO2 X Detector measuring value exceeds the –10000 to +5000
range. Oxygen-free test gas is being used.
F = Failure MR = Maintenance Request MM = Maintenance Mode
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Taking the Analyzer System Out of Service
Step Action
1 Stop the sample gas flow by switching the Flow Control to “Zero gas probe” (see page 12). VOC analyzer (option): Shut off the combustion gas supply.
2 Purge the analyzer system with air from the air purifier for at least 15 minutes.
Temporarily Taking the Analyzer System Out of Service
3 Leave the FTIR spectrometer, FTIR controller and air purifier power supplies on. Turn off the power supply to all other components.
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Appendix
Operating Specifications
FTIR Spectrometer 1)
Smallest Measuring Range
Detection Limit
Smallest Measuring Range
Detection Limit
SO2 0–75 mg/m3 0.27 mg/m3 0–25 ppm 0.09 ppm NO 0–200 mg/m3 1.65 mg/m3 0–150 ppm 1.24 ppm NO2 0–40 mg/m3 0.41 mg/m3 0–20 ppm 0.20 ppm CH4 0–100 mg/m3 0.72 mg/m3 0–150 ppm 1.1 ppm N2O 0–50 mg/m3 0.25 mg/m3 0–25 ppm 0.13 ppm NH3 0–15 mg/m3 0.20 mg/m3 0–20 ppm 0.27 ppm HCl 0–15 mg/m3 0.26 mg/m3 0–10 ppm 0.16 ppm HF 0–5 mg/m3 0.12 mg/m3 0–10 ppm 0.13 ppm CO 0–75 mg/m3 0.23 mg/m3 0–60 ppm 0.18 ppm Measuring
Range Detection Limit
H2O 0–40 Vol.-% 0.01 Vol.-% CO2 0–30 Vol.-% 0.01 Vol.-%
VOC Analyzer 2) Smallest Measuring Range
Detection Limit
VOC 0–15 mg/m3 0.3 mg/m3
O2 Analyzer Measuring Range
Detection Limit
Sample Components and Measuring Ranges
O2 0–25 Vol.-% 0.2 Vol.-% Measuring ranges within ignition limits cannot be provided. 1) The values are based on a data acquisition time of 120 seconds, a standard
deviation of 3 σ and a cell path length of 6.4 m. 2) The measuring range can be reduced or enlarged by a factor of max. 4 (to the
smallest indicated measuring range). Cross-Sensitivity ≤ ±4 % of the smallest measuring range
Linearity < ±2 % of the smallest measuring range
Sensitivity Drift < 4 % in 6 months
Zero Drift Automatically corrected
Response Time T90 < 150 seconds, display refreshment time < 40 seconds
Temperature Drift < ±2 % of the smallest measuring range per 10 K change
Air Pressure Influence
None (automatically controlled through the aspirator pump module)
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Index
Page
Air conditioner filter mesh
Replacing 28 Air purifier inlet filter
Replacing 28 Calibration 29
FTIR spectrometer span check 32 FTIR spectrometer zero calibration 30 Oxygen analyzer 33 Steam generator 32 Test gases 29 TOC analyzer 34
Cleaning hints 19 Display/Control Unit 9 Filter element
in the probe, replacing 23 Flow control 12 FTIR control 12 FTIR spectrometer span check 32 FTIR spectrometer zero calibration 30 Inspection 20 Instrument air supply
Activating 8 Maintenance control 12 Operating specifications 37 Oxygen analyzer calibration 33 Password
Changing 18 Power supply
Activating 8
Page Raw spectrum 30 Reference spectrum 30 Restart 8 Safety precautions 4, 5, 6, 7, 19 Sample gas filter
in the SC block, cleaning/replacing 26 Screens
“ASP Module” 15 “Control Panel” 11 “Diagnosis” 13 “Flow” 17 “Measured Values” 10 “Multi-FID” 16 “Ranges” 14
Seal integrity check 21 Self-test 31 Startup 8 Status LED’s 9 Status messages 35 System documentation 3 Taking out of service 36 TOC analyzer
Calibration 34 Starting 8
Warm-up phase 8 Zero spectrum 30
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